Senior Vice President - Legal Head - Real Estate - LLB (15-22 yrs)

Hiring Head Legal/SVP Legal for a Real Estate company.

Legal Head to oversee the legal function for Residential Segment. This role will involve ensuring compliance, managing legal risks, and providing strategic legal guidance to support residential development goals. The Legal Head will collaborate across functions to align legal strategies with business objectives, driving growth and mitigating risks.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Land Title and Ownership

- Conduct and review title searches, title reports, property deeds, conveyance deeds, and other relevant documents.

- Ensure clear and marketable title for all residential properties.

- Identify and proactively mitigate title-related risks.

RERA Compliance

- Ensure strict adherence to the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA).

- Oversee project registration, maintenance, and documentation filing under RERA requirements.

- Conduct RERA audits to maintain full compliance and address any compliance issues.

Documentation

- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including:

- Joint Development Agreements (JDAs)

- Joint Venture (JV) agreements

- Buyout agreements

- Development agreements

- Construction contracts

- Sales and purchase agreements

Prepare and review term sheets, definitive documents, joint venture agreements, development agreements, lease agreements, sale and purchase agreements.

Leadership and Cross-functional Collaboration

- Lead and mentor a team of legal professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance.

- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Project Management, Sales, Finance, and Compliance, to align legal strategies with overall business goals

Dispute Resolution and Litigation

- Handle pre-litigation and litigation matters concerning the residential development, collaborating with external legal counsel as needed.

- Manage disputes with clients, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders, aiming for efficient, cost-effective resolutions

Policy Development and Training

- Develop and update internal policies related to real estate law and regulatory compliance.

- Conduct training sessions for the residential segment team on legal, regulatory, and compliance-related topics.

Regulatory Compliance

- Ensure compliance with Indian real estate development laws and regulations, including local Mumbai-specific regulations.

Risk Management

- Proactively identify and mitigate legal risks associated with residential development projects.

Desired Skills & Experience:

- 15+ years of experience in real estate law.

- LL.B. from a reputable law school in India.

- Registered with the Bar Council of Maharashtra.

Expertise in:

- Land title and ownership laws

- RERA regulations

- Contract law

- Documentation (term sheets, definitive documents)

- Litigation management

- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.